Anemone Coral [Goniopora somaliensis]
Description
Goniopora somaliensis can be a striking sight, with many small polyps giving the colony a fuzzy, anemone-like appearance. When the polyps are fully extended, the coral can sway subtly with the current, creating a gentle, living “cloud” effect on the reef.
Where To See Anemone Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
|
| Genus |
Daisy Coral
Goniopora
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